Cook

Job Description

Food Service– Head Start/Early Head Start

Reports to:

Heath & Nutrition Lead Coordinator

*No weekends or evenings! 11 paid Holidays, great benefit packages and paid time off.

*This position requires being able to walk up and down stairs carrying boxes. Full-time position cooking for 60 children ages birth to 5 and approximately 20 adults. Hours would be 6am-2pm.

Benefits:

Generous 403(b) non-match company contribution after 90 days of employment.

Health insurance, dental and vision (eligible almost immediately-1st of the following month).

Paid time off

Sick Time

11 paid Holidays

5% increase in pay after 90 days

Purpose of Position:

Provides nutritious and attractive meals for the Head Start program following the USDA guidelines.

Education/Training Required:

• High School diploma and ND Safety and Sanitation Course (which may be completed within the first 6 months of employment).

• CPR and First Aid certified within the first 3 months of employment (or audit the course if physically necessary).

Education/Training Preferred:

Minimum Experience and Skills Required:

To perform the duties of this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below outline the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies that are required in this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Six or more months of experience in preparing food for large groups.

• Good personal hygiene habits.

• General knowledge and understanding of nutrition.

• Knowledge of and skill in preparing large quantities of food.

• Knowledge of universal food services for cleanliness and functional operation.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as USDA guidelines, recipes, and ingredients.

• Ability to write routine letters/reports for health, sanitation, and/or USDA officials.

• Basic math understanding and ability.

• Knowledge of modern office practices and protocols.

• Ability to communicate in a professional and appropriate manner with children, parents, and staff.

• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of individuals, including clients and co-workers, and to maintain effective working relationships with SENDCAA clients and staff.

• Ability to perform work independently under the general direction of a supervisor.

• Supports team efforts, cooperates with others, and actively learns from other team members.

• Ability to follow protocols, (e.g., chain of command, confidentiality) when communicating with others in the program, families, governing body, policy group, committees, and those in other community programs.

• Ability to carry out the duties of this position while helping to fulfill SENDCAA’s mission while adhering to policies, procedures, and regulations.

The working conditions and environment and the physical requirements/activities listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with

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